How Do You Write Child Custody Papers?
Can’t afford an attorney? The court systems have now made it easier for individuals to file their own child custody papers. Most Circuit Courts now have forms on their website which can easily be downloaded and printed off. Go to the website of the Circuit Court in your County. There should be a link to forms. Child Custody forms would be categorized under “Family”. Look through the forms. Child Custody forms usually consist of an “Order to Show Cause” or a “Notice of Motion and Motion”. These two documents will list the date, time and the judge or family court commissioner before whom the hearing is to be held, and the address of the Courthouse where the hearing will take place. Child Custody forms also come with an Affidavit for your signature. The Affidavit is the supporting document for the Order to Show Cause or Motion. This document is where you will state your reasons for filing the Child Custody papers. If you cannot locate the forms, or your Circuit Court does not have forms o
